The nominations for the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards have been announced, with HBO Max's acclaimed drama series "The Pitt" leading the pack with a remarkable 25 nominations, including a nod for Best Drama Series. Hot on its heels is the popular HBO Max comedy series "Hacks," which secured 24 nominations, vying for the coveted Best Comedy Series award.
"The Pitt" earned a total of 25 nominations, reflecting its widespread critical acclaim and popularity. The series is nominated in multiple categories, including Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Lead Actor for Noah Wyle, Outstanding Supporting Actress for Allison Janney, and a significant presence in the supporting acting categories, with four of its cast members nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. The show also received nominations for Outstanding Writing and Directing for a Drama Series.
"Hacks," a fan favorite, followed closely with 24 nominations. The comedy series is nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actress for Jean Smart, and Outstanding Supporting Actress for Hannah Einbinder. The show also received recognition for its writing and directing.
Other notable nominations include "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette," which earned a nomination for Best Limited or Anthology Series. "The Diplomat" also received several nominations, including for Allison Janney in the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series category.
In the acting categories, Rhea Seehorn won for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "Pluribus," and Noah Wyle took home the award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for "The Pitt." Jean Smart was honored with the award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for "Hacks," while Kate O’Flynn won for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for "Widow's Bay." Stephen Root also secured a win for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for "Widow's Bay."
Matthew Rhys was a double nominee, recognized for his work in "Widow's Bay" for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and winning for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for "The Beast in Me." Colman Domingo earned the award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for "Euphoria."
The limited series category saw "Beef" receive a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress for Carey Mulligan, and "The Beast in Me" earned a win for Matthew Rhys in the Outstanding Lead Actor category. "DTF St. Louis" also garnered attention with nominations for its supporting actors, including Jason Bateman and David Harbour.
In the reality and competition categories, "The Traitors" was awarded Outstanding Reality Competition Program, with Alan Cumming nominated for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program.
Actor Harrison Ford, who was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in "Shrinking," attended the ceremony with his wife, Calista Flockhart. Ford looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo, while Flockhart complemented his attire with a vibrant fuchsia gown.